Friday, October 4, 2013

Local Library Programs for October 2013

Map of library locations
Lone Star College Libraries (LSC)
Harris County Public Library (HCPL)
Montgomery County Memorial Library System (MCMLS)
Houston Public Library (HPL)

Featured Program
Thursday, October 10, 2013, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Recently awarded a grant from the American Library Association and National Endowment for the Humanities, LSC-CyFair’s library has received a Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys collection featuring books and DVDs related to the Muslim culture.
“In support of this new collection, we will be hosting a series of programs open to the community that includes lectures, films, discussions and cultural presentations,” said Director of Library and Information Services Mick Stafford. “We are excited about offering opportunities to explore the Muslim people, beliefs, history and culture this fall.”
The series features lectures and faculty-led discussions including: Books Without Borders Book Club: Islam and Democracy at 11 a.m. Oct. 1 and noon Oct. 10 (at LSC-Fairbanks Center) and East West Connections in Ceramics at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 30.
The films and discussions include “Koran by Heart” at 1 p.m.  Oct. 9;  “Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World” at 10 a.m. Oct. 14 and “Prince Among Slaves” at 1 p.m. Nov. 12.
Enjoy the Cultural Dance Medley from Muslim Countries Around the World performance at 11:30 a.m. and at noon Oct. 12 with representatives from the Ismaili Muslim Community Centre.
All programs will be held in the library, room 131 at 9191 Barker Cypress unless otherwise noted. Complete info at http://lonestar.edu/news/21905.htm
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs

Book Clubs
Monday, October 7, 2013, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Evening Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Rick Riordan's mystery, Mission Road. Copies are available at the library.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Book Clubs
Tuesday, October 8, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Evening Book Club
Persons who love to read and discuss what they have read join in informal conversation. Everyone is welcome. "The Drowning House" by Elizabeth Black.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Book Clubs
Thursday, October 10, 2013, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Community Series on Muslim Culture: Books Without Borders Book Club
Islam and Democracy
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Book Clubs
Thursday, October 10, 2013, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Book Club Nights
Join us for an evening discussion on our October selection-the 2013 Gulf Coast Reads pick, The Dog Stars by Peter Heller.  Ages 18 and up.
MCMLS - George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library
8125 Ashlane Way
The Woodlands, TX77382
936-442-7728

Book Clubs
Thursday, October 10, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Inspirational Book Club
The Inspirational Book Club will meet on Thursday, October 10th at 7:00 pm in the Friends of the Library room. We will be reading Troublesome Creek by Jan Watson. If you enjoy reading Christian fiction, come join us. Newcomers are always welcome! For further information, contact the library at 832-559-4200. Light refreshments will be served.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Monday, October 14, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Paranormal Book Club
Please join us on October 14th in the second floor conference room for this month's book selection, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs. Newcomers are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. Book lovers of all ages are welcome, but some books will contain material inappropriate for a younger audience.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Tuesday, October 15, 2013, 12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
Book Discussion: "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks"
You are invited to participate in an informal book discussion from 12:30-1:20 p.m. in CLA 210. For more information, contact Dr. Thilo Schimmel at 281-312-1406 or Thilo.W.Schimmel@LoneStar.edu.
LSC-Kingwood Library
20000 Kingwood Dr.
Kingwood, TX 77339
281.312.1693

Book Clubs
Monday, October 21, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Book Discussion
Come join the library's book group for a lively discussion of "The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie" by Alan Bradley.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Book Clubs
Monday, October 28, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After Austen Book Club
Join other enthusiastic fans this month for a discussion of Silent on the Moor by Deanna Raybourn. The meeting will be held October 28th at 7:00pm in the second floor conference room. Newcomers are welcome! Light refreshments will be served.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Book Clubs
Wednesday, October 30, 2013, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Community Series on Muslim Culture: Books Without Borders Book Club
East West Connections  in Ceramics
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

 

Computer Classes

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Access: The Basics III
This class is designed for the person who has completed Access 2007 II and wants to learn more about creating databases using Microsoft Access 2007. Topics will include:use form and datasheet views - create and print reports - transfer data to other programs.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Access: The Basics IV
This class is designed for the person who has completed Access 2007 III and wants to learn more about creating databases using Microsoft Access 2007. Advanced topics will be explored.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Monday, October 7, 2013, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Excel 2007 - Level 2 - with Project
Learn more techniques of using MS Excel with a project including tools and functions. Basic Excel knowledge required. **Prerequisite: Excel Level 1** Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 8, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Power Point
Learn skills in Power Point.
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 8, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
PowerPoint: Beyond the Essentials
Learn advanced formatting, layout, and application-specific skills. Time for questions & answers is included.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Thursday, October 10, 2013, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Introduction to Windows 8
Windows 8 Operating System, how does it work, why it looks so different, and how to make it your friend.
MCMLS - Meador Branch
709 West Montgomery
Willis, TX 77318
(936) 442-7740

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
PowerPoint: Essentials & Beyond
(4hrs with breaks) Learn basic skills and advanced techniques with PowerPoint 2010. Question & answer time is included.
Library: Cy-Fair College Branch Library
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Monday, October 14, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
eTools Workshop
Discover our favorite digital picks for work, home and play. We share our favorite eTools for your smartphone, tablet and computer.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 15, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Excel: Essentials
Learn about creating, formatting, printing, and saving documents. Time for questions & answers is included.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 15, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - E
Greeting cards, columns, tables,recipe cards, footnoting, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Microsoft POWERPOINT - A
A presentation graphics slide program. Create attention-grabbing slides quickly. Show family photos, vacations, etc.
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM
PowerPoint: The Basics I
This class is designed for the person who has basic keyboarding skills and wants to know more about creating presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. Topics: definitions - starting a presentation - formatting slides - viewing a presentation.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
PowerPoint : The Basics II
This class is designed for the person who has completed the Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 presentation program I. Topics covered will include: working with graphics - animation - sound.
LSC-Tomball College Community Library
(a joint-use public/academic facility)
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
832-559-4200

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Microsoft POWERPOINT - B
A presentation graphics slide program. Create attention-grabbing slides quickly. Exciting slides with animations AND MUSIC
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 22, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Excel
Learn skills in Excel.
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 22, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft WORD - B
Inputting images from your camera and Word Art, internet images
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 22, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Excel: Beyond the Essentials
Learn advanced formatting, layout, and application-specific skills. Time for questions & answers is included.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Thursday, October 24, 2013, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Meador Open Computer Lab
Come on in if you have any of the following: computer problems, technical questions, new devices, purchasing a new computer, updating your computer.
MCMLS - Meador Branch
709 West Montgomery
Willis, TX 77318
(936) 442-7740

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 26, 2013, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Excel: Essentials & Beyond
(4hrs with breaks) Learn basic skills and advanced techniques with Excel 2010. Question & answer time is included.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Monday, October 28, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
eTools Workshop
Discover our favorite digital picks for work, home and play. We share our favorite eTools for your smartphone, tablet and computer.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 29, 2013, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Microsoft POWERPOINT - B
A presentation graphics slide program. Create attention-grabbing slides quickly. Exciting slides with animations
HCPL-Barbara Bush Branch
6817 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, TX 77379
281-376-4610

Computer Classes
Tuesday, October 29, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
PowerPoint: Beyond the Slideshow
Learn how to create fliers, invitations and advertisements using Powerpoint. Question and answer time is included.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

 

Special Programs

Special Programs
Tuesday, October 1, 2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Voces Americanas:Latino Literature in the United States - LSC-Kingwood Library
Celebrate poetry, prose, and drama by Latino authors of the past thirty years. Based on an orginal exhibit from the University of Houston Library, panels provided by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Full info and schedule of activities here http://www.lonestar.edu/library/kin-voces-americanas-exhibit.htm
LSC-Kingwood Library
20000 Kingwood Dr.
Kingwood, TX 77339
281.312.1693

Special Programs
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Yoga and Meditation for Health and Peace
Free, but limited spaces and must register to attend.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Booksale
Library Friends of Conroe Booksale
MCMLS - Central Branch
104 I-45 North
Conroe, TX 77301
936-442-7712

Special Programs
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Portrait Photography
Students will learn the basics of setting up portaits and how to take pictures of said type. Register online or by calling 281-360-6804.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Wednesday, October 9, 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Community Series on Muslim Culture:
“Koran by Heart”  Film & Discussion
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, October 9, 2013, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Word Crafters
Love to write? Then come to this monthly critique and sharing session for all kinds of creative writing. This is a friendly and fun group!
HCPL-Baldwin Boetcher Branch
22248 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1080
(281) 821-1320

Special Programs
Thursday, October 10, 2013, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Writer’s Group
Whether you want to write the Great American Novel, have a collection of short stories, or keep a drawer-full of poems, join us! We’ll be meeting once a month to talk about and share creative writing.
MCMLS - R. B. Tullis
21569 US Hwy. 59
New Caney TX 77357
(936)-442-7705

Special Programs
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Yoga and Meditation for Health and Peace
Free, but limited spaces and must register to attend.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cool Season Gardening - Gardening Program
Come join us as Master Gardener Gudrun Opperman shows different ways to garden during the cooler seasons. No registration required.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
FamilySeach - Genealogy program
FamilySearch - Discover, share, and celebrate your family heritage. Ways to search for family and relatives using FamilySearch will be discussed. Family History Month progam, presented by Karen Rasmussen. Register by calling 281-360-6804 or self-register online.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Community Series on Muslim Culture: Cultural Dance Medley
Cultural Dance Medley from Muslim Countries Around the World performance with representatives from the Ismaili Muslim Community Centre.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, October 12, 2013, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Spanish Guitar
Join us for a special afternoon musical performance with the Spanish stylings of musician Tom Bernetic.
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Monday, October 14, 2013, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Community Series on Muslim Culture:
“Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World” Film & Discussion
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Klutter Klatch
An informal get-together to work on individuals' decluttering projects, facilitated by Ellen Delap, Professional Organizer. For more information, call the library at 281-360-6804 or stop by the Adult Services desk.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Yoga and Meditation for Health and Peace
Free, but limited spaces and must register to attend.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 10:30 AM - 12:00 AM
Republic of Texas Research - Genealogy program
Researching genealogy of the Republic of Texas. Family History Month program. Presented by Lynna K. Shuffield. Register by calling 281-360-6804 or self-register online.
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Computer Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2013, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
QR Codes: Scanning & Creating
Have you been wondering what that weird bundle square dots arranged in a square are? Those images are called QR Codes. Come learn how to scan and create them. Self-register online or by calling 281-360-6804. **Compatible Device Required**
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, October 26, 2013, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Early Voting
Early Voting 7 AM - 7 PM
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Saturday, October 26, 2013, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Early Voting
Early Voting 7 AM - 7 PM
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Saturday, October 26, 2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Yoga and Meditation for Health and Peace
Free, but limited spaces and must register to attend.
LSC-Cyfair College Library (also a Harris County Public Library)
9191 Barker Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433
281.290.3214

Special Programs
Saturday, October 26, 2013, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Meador Branch Book Sale
Used book sale inside the library – Saturday only.  Fiction sorted by author, nonfiction sorted by subject. Children’s and young adult books available as well as music, audios, and videos.  Some books bundled together for better value.  Most adult books are $1 for hardbacks and 50c for paperbacks.  Most children’s books are 50c for hardbacks and 25c for paperbacks.  Silent auction on specialty books including signed editions, coffee-table type books, and other select editions.  $2/bag sale beginning at 1:00pm.  Great variety of books (thousands!) with something in nearly every genre; come early for the best selection.
MCMLS - Meador Branch
709 West Montgomery
Willis, TX 77318
(936) 442-7740

Special Programs
Saturday, October 26, 2013, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job Lab
Use library computers in the Job Lab to complete online job applications.
HPL - Scenic Woods Regional Library
10677 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016
832-393-2030

Special Programs
Sunday, October 27, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Early Voting
Early Voting 1 - 6 PM
HCPL – Kingwood Branch
4102 Rustic Woods Drive
Kingwood, TX 77345
281-360-6804

Special Programs
Sunday, October 27, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Early Voting
Early Voting 1 - 6 PM
HCPL - Octavia Fields Branch
1503 South Houston
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-3377

Special Programs
Wednesday, October 30, 2013, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Library to Go
Learn how to download eBooks, audio books, and videos for free from the library.  Bring your library card and devices.  Kindle users bring your Amazon account password also.
MCMLS - South Regional Branch
2101 Lake Robbins Dr
The Woodlands, TX 77380-1152
(281) 298-9110